Consumer Complaints

Vehicles / Chevrolet / K1500 / 1996
Id Vehicle Make Vehicle Model Model Year Complaint Summary
007101423 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Failing diesel injection pump on 1996 chevrolet k1500 pickup with 6.5l diesel engine causes engine to stall when approaching a stop, rendering power
007099846 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 While taking off from a stop sign intersection the driveshaft broke. when the driveshaft broke it snapped in the middle, not the u joints, it cracked
007099845 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 While taking off from a stop sign intersection the driveshaft broke. when the driveshaft broke it snapped in the middle, not the u joints, it cracked
007095802 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Transmission failure due to faulty sun shell i'm writing to inform you of a serious transmission problem which needs to be addressed. for the
005001535 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 I was driving down the highway at 65 mph and my transfer case on my four wheel drive threw itself into 4 low. which caused my truck to skid out of
004283557 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 This letter is to provide information regarding a hazardous and potentially catastrophic materiel defect on the 1996 chevrolet pickup (model: k1500 1
003259737 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 WHEN DRIVING CONSUMER SMELLED BURNING ODOR COMING FROM THE DASHBOARD. HEATER BLOWER SWITCH MELTED, CAUSING THE BURNING SMELL.*AK
003252299 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Upon making a left turn brakes locked up, consumer lost control of vehicle and went into a ditch. this was due to the brake rotors breaking and
003247945 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Vehicle was parked. the driver opened the door by remote control and noticed smoke was coming from the driver's door. the remote inside of the door
003247944 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Vehicle was parked. the driver opened the door by remote control and noticed smoke was coming from the driver's door. the remote inside of the door
003207631 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 The consumers vehicle would not start. the vehicle was taken to a mechanic who stated the the vehicle fuel sending unit shorted out in the gas tank
002198565 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 ABS BRAKE FAILURE
002181214 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 While driving, windshield wipers will work intermittently. dealer notified.*akconsumer researched and found several recalls pertaining to the same
002170240 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 The consumer's 2 year old adoptive child's top portion finger was fratured due to the seatback folding down on it. when notified the dealer indicated
001158864 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Coolant was leaking outside of vehicle. coolant could leak into oil. chevrolet diagnosed problem and didn't want to acknowledge the problem since
001142486 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 WINDSHIELD WIPERS ONLY WORK INTERMITTENTLY. *AK
000129987 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Windshield wiper works intermittently when it is geared at low pace. same make and year of vehicles were recalled for windshield wiper controller
000116970 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Windshield wipers stopped while driving in rain. this could result in a dangerous situation. dealer mentioned that this same part was replaced on
000108205 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 WIND WIPERS AND WASHERS DON'T WORK. *AK
000082873 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 This is a recall that involved only certian vehicles, chevy does not want to reimburse for the repairs completed at the dealership. no safety defect
000074602 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 GM RECALL #98043 SHOULD COVER THIS, HOWEVER, VIN RANGE DOES NOT INCLUDE ALL POSSIBLE UNITS PRONE TO FAILURE. THIS IS A WIDELY KNOWN PROBLEM. *AK
000067927 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 DON'T KNOW THE DATE OF OR MILEAGE AT FAILURE! NO SAFETY DEFEC TMENTIONED. *AK
000065372 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Winshield wipers would stop at any time causing the drivers view to be obstructed. i contacted my dealer after reading your nhtsa campaign # 98v150001
001064222 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Drivers side 60/40 power seat is unable to lock in place. it will alow the seat back to suddley fall backward with out use of handle. seat is now
000060951 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Engine check warning light was on when i picked up vehicle after routine service at gmc dealership. computer reset four times, but light would keep
997058493 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Headlight housing lens cracked. vehicle was not in use at the time the crack was found. there is no evidence of an object striking and breaking the
999031197 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 This failure may not be considered a safety defect but it is such a major failure i believe it warrants an investigation. the engine in this truck
999028950 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Oem battery leaks acid from crack around positive terminal post. acid drips on inner fender paint, a/c electrical connector, battery cables, rubber
999028949 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Oem battery leaks acid from crack around positive terminal post. acid drips on inner fender paint, a/c electrical connector, battery cables, rubber
0000024568 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Srta transmission failed four times prematurely. the second failed due to burned gears. the third failure was due to cracking of reverse gear. the
000013651 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 COOLANT LINE CRACKED. NLM
999000668 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR MODULE FAILED. YH
999150727 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 WINDSHIELD WIPERS ARE WORKING INTERMITTENTLY, AND SOMETIMES THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WON'T WORK AT ALL. *AK
999150716 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH AND WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING, REA RLEAF SPRING U: BOLT NUT BROKE, FRONT TIRE CAME OFF, AND THE VEHICLE HIT PAVEMENT. *AK
998141962 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 While driving vehicle would unexpectedly stall which may cause a crash. been to dealer several times. dealer cannot determine problem. please
0000130930 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 WINDSHIELD WIPERS BECOME INOPERABLE DUE TO MALFUNCTION WITHIN THE PULSE BOARD. *AK *JB
996121425 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 BRAKES: BRAKES PULSATING WHEN ATTEMPTING TO STOP. DRIVING AND ATTEMPTING TO STOP AND THE VEHICLE KEPT ROLLING AND WOULD NOT STOP. *AK
996103995 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Poor passenger's side seat belt performance, the lap part of the passenger's side seat belt, locks/sticks or will not release, making it impossible
999096171 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Stepped on brakes and left front rotors broke loose from its' hub, causing a severe reduction in braking, and a hard pull to the right. brake shop
0000090600 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 NO SUMMARY
0000090144 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 SEAT WILL NOT LOCK IN PLACE. SLIDES BACK AND FORTH. ACCIDENT COULD BE FATAL!!!
0000090143 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 SEAT WILL NOT LOCK IN PLACE. SLIDES BACK AND FORTH. ACCIDENT COULD BE FATAL!!!
0000088942 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 NO SUMMARY
0000088941 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 NO SUMMARY
0000083962 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 One time windshield wipers will work fine, the next time they will not. they have stopped while driving. this causes a severe safety hazard. gm
999081498 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 I purchased this vehical used on 3-15-99. at the time the salesman and myself noticed the front left seat was loose. we both thought it was just a
998076564 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Fuel pump failed. also, windshield wipers failed to work properly, especially during inclement weather, affecting visibility/ front bucket seat latch
998076562 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Fuel pump failed. also, windshield wipers failed to work properly, especially during inclement weather, affecting visibility/ front bucket seat latch
996068942 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 SEAT BELT RETRACTOR FAILED.
0000059861 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Intermittent problem with windshield wiper failure. alldata web site shows sept. 1998 safety recall for this problem for my truck -- #98043 -- but
0000051699 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 RIGHT FRONT AXLE SEAL LEAKS.
0000051698 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 RIGHT FRONT AXLE SEAL LEAKS.
997051055 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 TIRE FAILURE. CHEVROLET INCLUDED ONLY THESE TIRES IN ITS Z-71 OFF-ROAD PACKAGE. THESE TIRES HAVE BEEN RATED FOR HIGHWAY TRAVEL ONLY.
997050599 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 FOUR GOODYEAR WRANGLER RT/S P265/75R-16 ALL TERRAIN TIRES BLEW OUT.
0000048093 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 LEFT SIDE DOOR DOES NOT STAY OPEN, RESULTING IN INJURY.
997041651 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 TIRES, DESIGNED FOR PASSENGER VEHICLES, ARE UNSAFE AND PERFORM POORLY WHEN INSTALLED ON ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES. (GOODYEAR, WRANGLER RT/S, P26575R16).
003206352 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 At 70,000 miles the transmission on my 1996 chevy z71 went out, which also took the transfer case out. the truck was always maintained on time and
003205873 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 At 70,000 miles the transmission on my 1996 chevy z71 went out, which also took the transfer case out. the truck was always maintained on time and
002199037 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 ABS BRAKE FAILURE
002175332 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 WHILE DRIVING WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOPPED WORKING WITHOUT ANY WARNING.*AK
002175322 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 WHILE DRIVING WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOPPED WORKING WITHOUT ANY WARNING.*AK
002170250 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 The consumer's 2 year old adoptive child's top portion finger was fratured due to the seatback folding down on it. when notified the dealer indicated
000160658 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 TIRE TREAD SEPARATED ON FIRESTONE FIREHAWK TIRES. (CLAIM# 43-R514-616) *MW
001159041 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Windshield wipers work intermittently. dealer/manufacturer notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was not covered under a recall. feel free
001142493 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 WINDSHIELD WIPERS ONLY WORK INTERMITTENTLY. *AK
0000136407 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 INTAKE MANIFOLD IS LEAKING ANTI-FREEZE.*AK
0000136400 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 INTAKE MANIFOLD IS LEAKING ANTI-FREEZE.*AK
000120400 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 While driving about 74 mph right rear tire (firestone dualer 256/16) experienced tread separation, causing consumer to lose control of vehicle and
0000108645 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 While driving rear end locked up, causing the driver to lose control of vehicle. this was due to a piece in the rear axle breaking. deare has not
0000108638 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 While driving rear end locked up, causing the driver to lose control of vehicle. this was due to a piece in the rear axle breaking. deare has not
002100092 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 My windshield wipers just stopped while i was driving at 50mph! i was very scared. please check in to this as i have found out that others have been
001091283 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 My abs brake system comes on under 10mph during normal braking. there is no panic stop involved during the normal braking event. this situation is
001091276 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 My abs brake system comes on under 10mph during normal braking. there is no panic stop involved during the normal braking event. this situation is
002089757 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 The hub of the brake rotor became separated from the rotor during vehicle operation. this resulted in a severe vibration, loud grinding noise and a
001086392 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Windshield wipers fail to work consistently...will turn on but continue till they decide to stop on their own...washer pump engages intermittently.*ak
001086385 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Windshield wipers fail to work consistently...will turn on but continue till they decide to stop on their own...washer pump engages intermittently.*ak
0000083969 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 One time windshield wipers will work fine, the next time they will not. they have stopped while driving. this causes a severe safety hazard. gm
000082880 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 This is a recall that involved only certian vehicles, chevy does not want to reimburse for the repairs completed at the dealership. no safety defect
000074609 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 GM RECALL #98043 SHOULD COVER THIS, HOWEVER, VIN RANGE DOES NOT INCLUDE ALL POSSIBLE UNITS PRONE TO FAILURE. THIS IS A WIDELY KNOWN PROBLEM. *AK
001068200 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
001068193 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
000067934 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 DON'T KNOW THE DATE OF OR MILEAGE AT FAILURE! NO SAFETY DEFEC TMENTIONED. *AK
001067928 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Don't know exact date of or milege at failure. cruise control will not resume speed after brakes have been applied. speed will not increase using
0000065802 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 When making a firm stop (not panic) when tires pass over a ridge on dry road surface, pass over a sewer cover (or any kind of road irregularity) abs
0000065796 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 When making a firm stop (not panic) when tires pass over a ridge on dry road surface, pass over a sewer cover (or any kind of road irregularity) abs
000065378 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Winshield wipers would stop at any time causing the drivers view to be obstructed. i contacted my dealer after reading your nhtsa campaign # 98v150001
000060107 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Contacted gm re: recall # 98043. first told no such recall. now told my vin not included. over 71,000 recalls in canada. many more vins not included
000060101 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Contacted gm re: recall # 98043. first told no such recall. now told my vin not included. over 71,000 recalls in canada. many more vins not included
0000059867 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Intermittent problem with windshield wiper failure. alldata web site shows sept. 1998 safety recall for this problem for my truck -- #98043 -- but
997058499 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Headlight housing lens cracked. vehicle was not in use at the time the crack was found. there is no evidence of an object striking and breaking the
000056515 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Windshield wipers and horn work intermittently. saftey issue when the wipers won't work in inclement weather, and horn won't when needed. also
000056509 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Windshield wipers and horn work intermittently. saftey issue when the wipers won't work in inclement weather, and horn won't when needed. also
000053736 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 At about 50 to 55 mph, the least bit of road roughness starts the tires hopping and sending the rear of the truck sideways. the tires did not come on
999028951 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Oem battery leaks acid from crack around positive terminal post. acid drips on inner fender paint, a/c electrical connector, battery cables, rubber
999028948 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Oem battery leaks acid from crack around positive terminal post. acid drips on inner fender paint, a/c electrical connector, battery cables, rubber
999028947 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Oem battery leaks acid from crack around positive terminal post. acid drips on inner fender paint, a/c electrical connector, battery cables, rubber
0000027851 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 The antifreeze used on this vehicle is known to deteriorate the gaskets used on this engine. the intake manifold gaskets and water pump leaked. the
0000027850 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 The antifreeze used on this vehicle is known to deteriorate the gaskets used on this engine. the intake manifold gaskets and water pump leaked. the
000013655 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 COOLANT LINE CRACKED. NLM
000013654 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 RIGHT BATTERY LEAKING. NLM
000013652 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 RIGHT BATTERY LEAKING. NLM
000013650 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 The vehicle was subject to a techinical service which involved the fuel solenoid driver, this fauly component caused the vehicle to stall
999000672 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR MODULE FAILED. YH
0000186449 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 The air bag light comes on intermittently which was then inspected by a mechanic. the air bag wiring that comes up the steering column became worn
0000185448 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Bushings that hold clutch pedal in firewall broke, causing vehicle to malfunction. vehicle. contacted dealer. please provide further information
999150747 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Due to defective brake booster, the braking system malfucntioned, causing extended stopping distance which may result in a crash. dealer replaced the
999147869 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Intermittently windshield wipes become inoperable, causing poor visibility. a recall has been issued on some makes and models; however this vehhicle
0000144118 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 When the brakes were applied, the pedal went to the floor, causing extended stopping distance which resulted in a collision. the dealer has been
998141981 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 While driving vehicle would unexpectedly stall which may cause a crash. been to dealer several times. dealer cannot determine problem. please
998133511 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 While driving had a direct frontal impact win hich the driver's airbag did not deploy, which did not protect the occupant in this accident. cause
0000130947 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 WINDSHIELD WIPERS BECOME INOPERABLE DUE TO MALFUNCTION WITHIN THE PULSE BOARD. *AK *JB
998130226 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 FUEL PUMP FAILED WITHIN 44000 MILES OF WEAR. BELIEVES THIS IS NOT CONSIDERED TO BE NORMAL CONDITION. DEALER NOT NOTIFIED. *AK
998127715 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 In bumper to bumper traffic vehicle in front stopped suddenly. truck hit brakes (abs); vehicle kept going & rearended vehicle in front. took to
998124956 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 The passenger's seat track malfunctioned, causing the seat move forward and backwards unexpectedly which almost caused injuries to the occupant.
997122315 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 While driving the vehicle stalled for no apparent reason which almost caused an accidentoin several occasions. been to dlr 4 times. dlr replaced
997122299 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 While driving the vehicle stalled for no apparent reason which almost caused an accidentoin several occasions. been to dlr 4 times. dlr replaced
0000111263 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 PROBLEMS WITH ELECTRONIC TRANSFER CASE, WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY VEHICLE SHIFTED OUT OF GEAR INTO NEUTRAL. *AK
0000109290 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED, THE BRAKES BECOME WEAK, RESULTING IN EXTENDED STOPPING. DISTANCE, BRAKE SYSTEM IS WEAK, TOO MUCH PEDAL EFFORT. *AK
996106003 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 DRIVER'S AUTOMATIC LAP BELT FAILS TO EXTEND FROM RETRACTOR W/BUCKLE NOT REMAINING LATCHED ONCE FASTENED. *AK
996105991 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 DRIVER'S AUTOMATIC LAP BELT FAILS TO EXTEND FROM RETRACTOR W/BUCKLE NOT REMAINING LATCHED ONCE FASTENED. *AK
996104007 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Poor passenger's side seat belt performance, the lap part of the passenger's side seat belt, locks/sticks or will not release, making it impossible
0000103622 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 PURCHASED TRUCK NEW, WHEN HAULING THE TRUCK STARTED TO SHAKE (VIBRATE ), IT IS A CONVERSION VEHICLE. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK
0000090611 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 NO SUMMARY
999081508 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 I purchased this vehical used on 3-15-99. at the time the salesman and myself noticed the front left seat was loose. we both thought it was just a
998076563 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 Fuel pump failed. also, windshield wipers failed to work properly, especially during inclement weather, affecting visibility/ front bucket seat latch
998075470 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 When the rt seat is moved foward for entry to the rear area it can't be locked and the seat is free to move foward or back durning brakeing or
996068950 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 SEAT BELT RETRACTOR FAILED.
999057077 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 EXACT SAME PROBLEM AS NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 98V150001, CHEVY UNWILLING TO COVER!*AK
0000051707 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 RIGHT FRONT AXLE SEAL LEAKS.
997051063 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 TIRE FAILURE. CHEVROLET INCLUDED ONLY THESE TIRES IN ITS Z-71 OFF-ROAD PACKAGE. THESE TIRES HAVE BEEN RATED FOR HIGHWAY TRAVEL ONLY.
997050607 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 FOUR GOODYEAR WRANGLER RT/S P265/75R-16 ALL TERRAIN TIRES BLEW OUT.
0000048101 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 LEFT SIDE DOOR DOES NOT STAY OPEN, RESULTING IN INJURY.
997041659 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 TIRES, DESIGNED FOR PASSENGER VEHICLES, ARE UNSAFE AND PERFORM POORLY WHEN INSTALLED ON ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES. (GOODYEAR, WRANGLER RT/S, P26575R16).
997041054 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 GOODYEAR WRANGLER P26575R16 TIRES ARE PASSENGER RATED TIRES THAT SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED ON A ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES.
997041047 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 GOODYEAR WRANGLER P26575R16 TIRES ARE PASSENGER RATED TIRES THAT SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED ON A ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES.
997041046 CHEVROLET K1500 1996 GOODYEAR WRANGLER P26575R16 TIRES ARE PASSENGER RATED TIRES THAT SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED ON A ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES.

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